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Yoga at the Springs: 10 week card

$200

with Amanda Will

Calendar Next available session starts Jul 9, 2025 at 6:30 pm, runs for 10 weeks

Yoga at the Springs Breathe deeply, stretch fully, and ground yourself in the beauty of nature with Yoga at the Springs. Set against the serene backdrop of Historic Yellow Springs, these all-level sessions invite you to connect with movement, breath, and the peaceful energy of the natural surroundings.

Each class will meet at Chester Springs Studio before moving to a designated outdoor spot on campus. From open lawns to quiet creekside corners, the changing scenery enhances every practice. In the event of rain or extreme weather, sessions will be held indoors at the CSS.

Participants may purchase a 10-class punch card for flexible attendance or join us as a drop-in. Please bring your own mat, water bottle, and anything else you need for a comfortable outdoor experience. No prior yoga experience is necessary—just a willingness to move, breathe, and enjoy. Learn more about your instructor: https://powerfulchild.com

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Zentangle: Drawing for Creativity and Calm

$120

with Susan Trembeth, CZT

Calendar Next available session starts Jul 9, 2025 at 6:30 pm, runs for 5 weeks

Join us for a five-week exploration of Zentangle®, a meditative drawing method that uses simple, structured patterns to create beautiful, intricate artwork. Perfect for beginners and experienced creatives alike, this course encourages mindfulness, focus, and creative freedom in a relaxed, supportive setting.

Each week, you’ll be introduced to new tangles (patterns), techniques for shading and composition, and creative ways to build your own unique designs. As you progress, you’ll develop not only artistic skills but also tools for relaxation and self-expression.

No drawing experience is necessary—all materials are provided. If you can hold a pen, you can enjoy the calming, creative world of Zentangle!

  • We believe art should be accessible to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.
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Landscape Painting En Plein Air

$360

with Martin Piezonka

Calendar Next available session starts Jul 10, 2025 at 9:30 am, runs for 10 weeks

Enjoy the beauty of spring in the vicinity of Chester Springs as we explore and express the landscape in oil paint. In this class, learn visual skills to compose a strong composition to create space and mix colors. Sky, clouds and atmosphere and their effect on the landscape will be the core of the class. Drawing with the brush will be emphasized to develop brushwork techniques and skills. Demonstrations will be conducted in simplifying and blocking in the painting with bold brush strokes and color mixing. 

Click HERE for a materials list for this class! 

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Building with Clay

$420

with Rich Holck

Calendar Next available session starts Jul 10, 2025 at 12:30 pm, runs for 10 weeks

Explore the world of clay in Building with Clay, a hands-on class that delves into various handbuilding techniques for crafting unique pots. Learn the art of constructing with drape molds, press molds, and other innovative methods. Enhance your creations with slips, oxides, and surface treatments like trailing, inlay, masking, and wax resist – all contributing to the emphasis on the finished form. Join us, regardless of your experience level, and enroll now to shape your pottery skills!

 This class is scheduled to be held in CCS, which is only accessable by stairs.

  • We believe art should be accessible to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.
  • Membership is one of the easiest and most effective ways to support our mission! Learn more about it's benefits and discounts!

The Magic of Abstraction

$360

with Leroy Nunery

Calendar Next available session starts Jul 10, 2025 at 1 pm, runs for 10 weeks

Students in Magic of Abstraction will learn to experiment with concepts and ideas relating to color, depth, perception and space. Working with oils or acrylics, participants will learn to break down elements of abstraction including composition and rhythm, texture, movement, and balance. 

Students may be encouraged to work outside of their comfort zone at times, or experiment freely with new techniques with the intention of broadening knowledge of the materials (increased familiarity with various mediums can provide for more spontaneity and freedom when painting abstractly). From the Bauhaus to Basquiat, and from minimalism to surrealism, participants will review and analyze abstraction throughout history and begin to understand the choices and reasons behind painting “outside of the lines.” 

  • We believe art should be accessible to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.
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Through the Wheel

$300

with Kiya Nicole

Calendar Next available session starts Jul 10, 2025 at 4 pm, runs for 10 weeks

Ages: 12 - 16

Through the Wheel is a hands-on ceramics class designed for teens looking to develop their skills on the potter’s wheel. Students will learn the fundamentals of throwing, shaping, and refining forms like bowls, mugs, and plates while exploring texture, surface design, and glazing techniques. With guidance from an experienced instructor, participants will gain confidence in their craftsmanship and creativity, transforming clay into functional and expressive pieces. Whether you're new to the wheel or looking to improve your technique, this class offers a fun and supportive environment to experiment and grow.

This class is scheduled to be held in CCS, which is only accessable by stairs.

  • We believe art should be accessible to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.
  • Membership is one of the easiest and most effective ways to support our mission! Learn more about it's benefits and discounts!

Earth & Art: Ceramics for Outdoors

$420

with Rich Holck

Calendar Next available session starts Jul 10, 2025 at 6:30 pm, runs for 10 weeks

In this class, participants will design and build ceramic pieces made to live outdoors—whether nestled in a garden, perched on a patio, or integrated into a favorite outdoor nook. We’ll explore both sculptural and functional forms such as planters, bird baths, garden markers, or weather-ready decorative elements.

Working with durable clay bodies and finishes suited for outdoor conditions, students will learn techniques for hand-building, surface texturing with natural materials, and selecting glazes designed to withstand the elements. Whether you're inspired by the organic forms of nature or looking to add personality to your outdoor space, this workshop offers an opportunity to create meaningful, lasting work that brings art into everyday environments.

Perfect for beginners and experienced makers alike—this class celebrates the intersection of creativity, craftsmanship, and the natural world.

This class is held in a ADA accessable studio space

  • We believe art should be accessible to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.
  • Membership is one of the easiest and most effective ways to support our mission! Learn more about it's benefits and discounts!

Life Drawing: 10 week card

$270

with Martin Piezonka

Calendar Next available session starts Jul 10, 2025 at 6:30 pm, runs for 10 weeks

This class presents the opportunity to draw, paint or sculpt from the human figure without formal instruction. Students may pre-register for a 5 or 10-week class card. Cards are good for one year from date of purchase. They may be used during any semester until the expiration date. $243.00 member price for 10 weeks. Drop-ins are welcome at $27 member and $30 non-member per class and must pay the monitor at the beginning of each class.

Note: Village Walks will occur Thursday August 21st

  • We believe art should be accessible to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.
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